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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1920

Page

8

Evacuation of Factories Under Communist Pressure

Reports indicate general acceptance of a government decree to restore industry to normal as labor gains a voice in control of plants. Milan says factory evacuation proceeds slowly amid worker-owner disputes over product values and certification. Turinese radicals reportedly control production with no factories fed. Guests at a seized Turin hotel took over operations, reducing prices and manning kitchens.

Camillo Cianfarra Milan Turin Res People's Hotel

Economic life of Italy on false basis

Frederick M. Kerry argues Italy’s crisis stems from poverty and lack of raw materials. He details reliance on imports for coal iron and food, postwar depreciation, factory seizures by workers, and warnings that revolution would stem from economic collapse rather than Bolshevik influence. He notes high population density, limited agricultural land, scarce fish and iron ore, and a collapsing currency under a 15 billion dollar debt. The piece cites a 7 lire daily wage demand and lockouts as triggers.

Italy Frederick M. Kerry Washington Socialist Party

Harding Rests for Strenuous Day in Campaign Traverse

Senator Harding rests before a tight schedule starting tomorrow with a dentist delegation address and a tour through Maryland West Virginia and Kentucky. He plans a final Ohio swing with a Cleveland speech while Cox is set for a Toledo finish as the campaign enters its final phase. In Rome, monarchists fear soviet style upheaval as workers seize factories threatening the Savoy throne.

Marion Ohio Harding Maryland West Virginia Kentucky Cox Cleveland Toledo

Veterans Parade Set to Back Bonus Bill

A parade of veterans from Spanish American War to the Great War is planned Thursday night to support the soldiers bonus bill. It begins 7 p.m. at Second and Virginia led by Mayor Caldwell and city officials with police and fire bands, mounted patrols, the Elks and Moose bands, and fifteen patriotic societies. Fireworks will be supplied by Senator Dan Landon and Ralph Horr oversees the event with a procession toward Yealer Way and First Avenue before returning to Virginia Street. Enthusiasts are invited to join from 6:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. gatherings precede the march.

Second Virginia Caldwell Searing Stetson Elks’ Band Guard of Honor Lodge Moose Band American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars Second Division Society Dan Landon Ralph A. Horr First Ave Yealer Way Veterans’ Societies Patriotic Organizations

Harding May Flop Over Policy Shift On League Pact

Governor Cox reports Elihu Root urges Harding to back a league of nations with reservations and oppose a remodeled Hague tribunal. Cox fears Root’s plan and aims to align public stance during Arizona tour with minimal appearances in Phoenix and Prescott before heading to Albuquerque.

Herbert W. Walker Phoenix Ariz Elihu Root Europe Harding League of Nations James M. Cox Root Cox International Court Benator Harding Hague Arizona America Marion Samuel Gomper Phoenix Prescott Albuquerque N. M

Gerard Limits Demo Finances

James W. Gerard, chairman of the Democratic finance committee, told the expenditures investigating committee that a million dollar campaign fund would satisfy the party. He said two million would be excessive and he would return money if offered three million. He noted $124,821 has been raised and outlined the fund machinery. Bernard Baruch was invited but declined.

Wasitington James W. Gerard Democratic Finance Committee Senate Gerard Democratic Fund Bernard M. Baruch

Wilson to Speak on League in 1920 Campaign

President Wilson expected to issue first statement of the 1920 campaign. He is believed to focus on the league of nations and preparations for active entry into the race.

Washington Wilson League of Nations

Nebraska Charter Amendments Win

Lincoln Neb Sept 22 scattered returns from yesterday's special referendum show all 41 proposed amendments to the Nebraska constitution approved by voters. The final result on amendment No 38 permitting a legislature created court of industrial relations to handle labor disputes is expected soon.

Lincoln Neb Nebraska

Elks to Hold Open House on October 1

Elks plan an open house on October 1 for members families and friends under the entertainment committee. Prof. John Albert Schaffer will present a complimentary recital with Magnus N. Petersen as tenor and Arville Beletad with John B. Hopper as accompanists.

Elka’ Club Elks John Albert Schaffer Magnus N. Petersen Arville Beletad John BE. Hopper

GOP Candidate to Tour Midwest and South

Manion, the Republican candidate, announces two brief speaking tours. The first leg includes Des Moines, Omaha, Kansas City, and Oklahoma City with a schedule in October. The second leg covers Chattanooga, Louisville, Indianapolis, and St Louis with October dates.

Manion Harding Des Moines Omaha Neb Kanasag City Oklahoma City Chattanooga Loutevile Indianapolis Loula

Autumn Fabrics At Fabric Floor Seattle Center

Seasonal change brings darker hues for autumn dabei as Fabric Floor in Seattle reports brisk sales of outerwear materials. Coatings, velours, peachbloom, and Bolivias lead coats and suits, while chiffons, satins, and Georgettes drive blouses and dresses with listed prices per yard.

Seattle Bolivia

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